Adjustment of statistical classifications due to UK withdrawal

Summary

The European Parliament has agreed not to object to a regulation that reclassifies the United Kingdom as a third country in EU economic statistics. This change ensures that trade and investment data accurately reflect the UK's status following its withdrawal from the Union.
10 13.02.2019
Other
economy
statistics
european union
international relations

Key points

  • Adjustment of EU statistical classifications regarding geographical breakdown levels.
  • Reclassification of the United Kingdom from a Member State to a third country in economic data.
  • Updating the framework for reporting balance of payments, international trade in services, and foreign direct investment.
  • Ensuring legal certainty and implementation before the UK's withdrawal deadline.
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